Accommodations
Does your child’s 504 Plan contain the best accommodations to help him concentrate and complete work at school? Would an IEP be better? What services are you legally entitled to? Get answers to all of your questions about ADHD at school here.
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20 Classroom Accommodations That Target Common ADHD Challenges
The best IEP is the one with accommodations designed for your child's very specific symptoms. Here...
ADHD in College
Yes, You Can Get ADHD Accommodations In College
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“Don’t Let Your Child Be Saddled with Band-Aid Accommodations”
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